Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
– ½ cup breadcrumbs
– 1 large egg
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup pineapple chunks (with juice)
– 1 cup bell pepper, chopped (any color)
– 1 cup ketchup
– ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
– ⅓ cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
Creating delicious Sweet & Sour Meatballs is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
3. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
5. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, combine pineapple chunks with juice, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
6. Add Bell Peppers: Stir in the chopped bell peppers, allowing them to soften slightly in the sauce.
7. Combine Meatballs with Sauce: Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them into the saucepan with the sauce. Coat them well and let simmer for 5-10 minutes.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce, adjusting sweetness or tanginess as desired.
9. Serve: Once the meatballs are well-coated and heated through, they are ready to enjoy!
These steps ensure that your Sweet & Sour Meatballs come out perfectly every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Offer generous servings; everyone loves going back for more!
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 22g